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Let your kids branch off and experience life on their own. Too many kids depend heavily on their parents for not only money but also responsibilities that need to be learned by themselves. And get as much out of college as possible, always seek help from professors if you truly need it, and care about the quality of your work.

Look for a college that excels in the major that you are looking for as well as the social scene and area of the college. You should also look for a college that has a high placement of jobs after graduation. Also the price of the school and their willingness to help you with questions is very important. Another thing to look at is the class size. Go for what you prefer.

When choosing a college don't assume that you will or will not like it without researching it fully. Talk to alot of students, professors and alumni. When you narrow your selection, stay on campus for a weekend and attend sports games and other activities. Sit in on some of the classes that you may be taking in the future. Attend a lab class if the school allows this. Check out the dormitories not only during the day but at night to see the activity level. After you have made your final choice, go to the campus before classes start and spend some time finding your way around. Make sure you attend all orientation activities that are offered. Last, get involved in one or more activities. Don't depend on your roommate to be your social contact. Join a club, the band, orchestra, fitness group, ect. This is the key to meeting new people and this will make your college experience more enjoyable. Study hard, be organized and allow enough time for some fun.

I would advise parents and students who are seeking out the right college for the student to base their decision on which college has the most to offer academically and will provide the student with the greatest opportunity to grow and learn. It is extremely important to pick a college that is challenging for the student, whether it's socially or academically challenging, so the student has the opportunity to adapt and become stronger by adjusting to the more challenging environment. It is also important that the school has a strong academic base so the student will stay focused and will be recieving the best education possible in their area of study.

I would advise potential parents and students to carefully plan for the expenses that going to college create. If one is not prepared, it is very difficult to keep up with all the costs. Have a good plan, and be ready to budget.

You have to go to the school of your choice for you. Not for family, a boyfriend, or friends. You are the one that will be looking at those people and buildings everyday. You have to be able to be happy there.

Visit and in a way know what your looking for. Are you read y to grow into this type of environment, or are you more comfortable at a smaller college. Be prepared for the finiacial aspect of the college you are looking at. Talk to people that go to the school. This will tell you alot about it.

visit the campus and talk to the students who are currently attending

Be sure to schedule many different campus visits and tours of colleges to really get a feel of what that school is like.

Obviously academics are the most important thing that you are looking at when choosing a college. If you know what field you are interested in, research colleges that are strong in that area. If you don't know what field you are interested in, look into colleges with a good reputation and a wide variety of fields. Another important consideration is the location of the school and the size. It is important to also visit campuses before making a decision. In order to make the most of your college experience, attend all of your classes. If you do get behind, talk to your professor and work out a plan to get yourself caught up with the material. Take advantage of study groups and learning communites. These are great ways to not only stay on top of class material, but also to make friends. Also try joining a club that interests you. It is always fun to get involved in some way at your school. My last advice is to keep yourself healthy. Eat as healthy as possible and try to exercise regularly.